The Little River Railroad & Lumber Company Museum

Who Are We?

The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company is a non-profit corporation founded in 1982 to preserve the heritage of the Little River Lumber Company and the Little River Railroad. We operate a museum in Townsend, Tennessee, collecting, preserving, and exhibiting the history of these companies, and of the people in this region.

Admission is FREE donations appreciated.

The grounds and outdoor exhibits are always available.

November through March: Closed Off-Season. Groups by appointment only (email or call)

April: Opening Day April 11, 2026, Weekends Only – Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-5

May-Oct open Daily Weekdays & Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-5

 

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Upcoming Events

Fall Railroad & Heritage Festival September 26 -27,2026, 10 am to 5pm each day

Christmas at the Museum December 6, 2026

See Facebook for Schedule of times for Festival demonstrations and shows.

 

 

 

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